Haiti Schedule for FIFA World Cup 2026: How to Watch, History & Record
Haiti have returned to the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 52 years, ending one of international football’s longest droughts. Known as Les Grenadiers, Haiti national football team topped their CONCACAF qualifying group on the final day in November to secure a historic place at the tournament.
This marks just their second appearance on football’s biggest stage, with their only previous outing coming at the 1974 FIFA World Cup. Now, they face a tough Group C challenge against Brazil national football team, Morocco national football team and Scotland, with matches set to be played across stadiums in the eastern United States.
Haiti World Cup 2026 Schedule (Local Time)
All three of Haiti’s group-stage matches fall in the Eastern Time zone. The team stays on the US East Coast for the full group stage.
| Date | Match | Time (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, June 13 | Haiti vs. Scotland | 9:00 PM | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough MA |
| Fri, June 19 | Brazil vs. Haiti | 9:00 PM | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia PA |
| Wed, June 24 | Morocco vs. Haiti | 6:00 PM | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta GA |
Haiti open their campaign against Scotland on Saturday night in Boston. Six days later they face Brazil national football team in Philadelphia, before wrapping up the group stage against Morocco national football team in Atlanta on a Wednesday evening.
How to Watch the World Cup 2026 in Haiti
DSports, formerly DirecTV Sports, is the official broadcaster for the tournament in Haiti. DirecTV Latin America holds rights across more than 20 Caribbean nations, allowing subscribers to watch all 104 matches live on TV or stream through the DirecTV app on phones, tablets, and smart TVs.
SportsMax also provides coverage as part of the DirecTV Caribbean package, with matches available on its channels and through its online and mobile platforms.
Local broadcasters such as Television Nationale d’Haiti and Radio Television Caraibes are expected to cover major national team matches, although official confirmation is still pending.
Live Streaming Options for Haiti Fans
In the United States, FOX Sports and Telemundo hold full broadcasting rights. Haiti’s matches will air on FS1 and FOX, with streaming available via the FOX One platform and the FOX Sports app.
Spanish language coverage is led by Telemundo, with most matches also available on Universo. All games stream live on Peacock and through the Telemundo app.
Other streaming services carrying these channels include Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling TV, giving fans multiple ways to watch.
How to Listen to the World Cup 2026 in Haiti
Radio Caraibes FM typically broadcasts major matches on 94.5 FM from Port-au-Prince.
Radio Metropole Haiti offers play by play coverage in French and Haitian Creole on 100.1 FM, reaching much of the country.
Other stations such as Signal FM, Radio Kiskeya, and Radio Vision 2000 also cover major sporting events.
For international listeners, Radio France Internationale provides French commentary, while BBC World Service offers selected matches in English through digital platforms.
Haiti World Cup History and Record
Haiti qualified for their first World Cup by winning the 1973 CONCACAF Championship, earning a place at the 1974 FIFA World Cup. To date, Haiti remain the only Caribbean nation to have won the CONCACAF Championship, marking a historic achievement in the region.
Haiti All-Time World Cup Record
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| World Cup Appearances | 2 (1974, 2026) |
| Matches Played | 3 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Draws | 0 |
| Losses | 3 |
| Goals Scored | 2 |
| Goals Conceded | 14 |
The 1974 Tournament in West Germany
Haiti drew a brutal Group 4 with Italy, Poland and Argentina — three of the top sides in the tournament.
| Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 15, 1974 | Italy vs. Haiti | 3-1 | Olympiastadion, Munich |
| June 19, 1974 | Haiti vs. Poland | 0-7 | Olympiastadion, Munich |
| June 23, 1974 | Argentina vs. Haiti | 4-1 | Neckarstadion, Stuttgart |
Haiti exited their first World Cup without a win, scoring just two goals while conceding 14. Despite the results, the tournament delivered one of the most iconic moments in Haitian football history.
Just one minute into the second half against Italy, Emmanuel Sanon latched onto a through ball from Philippe Vorbe and calmly finished past Dino Zoff to give Haiti national football team a shock 1–0 lead. The goal ended Zoff’s incredible run of 1,142 minutes without conceding in international football. More than 51,000 fans at Olympiastadion Munich witnessed the moment. Italy eventually recovered to win 3–1, but Sanon’s goal remains unforgettable. He later scored again against Argentina, meaning both of Haiti’s World Cup goals were scored by him.
The tournament also included a darker moment. Defender Ernst Jean-Joseph became the first player in World Cup history to fail a doping test.
Getting to 2026
Haiti’s road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup came under extraordinary circumstances. Due to gang violence and political instability in Port-au-Prince, Haiti were unable to host any home matches during qualifying.
Instead, the team played all their CONCACAF Final Round games in Curaçao, roughly 500 miles away from home, turning every fixture into a neutral venue challenge.
Head coach Sébastien Migné, who took charge in 2024, has not been able to visit Haiti because of the security situation. He previously managed Kenya and led them to the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.
Haiti’s Final Round qualifying campaign in Group C showed resilience under difficult conditions and ultimately secured their long awaited return to the World Cup.
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Haiti vs. Honduras | 0-0 D |
| Haiti vs. Costa Rica | 3-3 D |
| Haiti vs. Nicaragua | 3-0 W |
| Honduras vs. Haiti | 3-0 L |
| Haiti vs. Costa Rica | 1-0 W |
| Haiti vs. Nicaragua | 2-0 W |
Haiti secured qualification in dramatic fashion, finishing top of their CONCACAF group on goal difference ahead of Honduras after both sides ended on 8 points. A crucial 2–0 win over Nicaragua sealed their place, with Louicius Deedson scoring early in the ninth minute and Ruben Providence adding a second just before halftime. Celebrations erupted across the country as fans took to the streets at the final whistle.
Haiti World Cup Predictions and Analysis
Group C presents a huge challenge for Haiti national football team. Brazil national football team bring five World Cup titles, while Morocco national football team arrive with momentum after their historic semifinal run at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Scotland also return after a long absence, making the group highly competitive.
The opening match against Scotland offers Haiti their best opportunity to pick up points. A win or even a draw in Boston could significantly improve their chances heading into the tougher fixtures. Brazil represents the biggest test, where Haiti will need strong defensive organization to compete. Taking even a single point from that match would be a major achievement.
Morocco will also be a difficult opponent, known for their disciplined defending and ability to control games. The final group match in Atlanta could be decisive if Haiti are still in contention.
Key players include captain Johny Placide, who recorded four clean sheets in qualifying. Jean-Ricner Bellegarde provides quality in midfield and plays for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League. Duckens Nazon is the nation’s all time leading scorer and top scorer in qualifying, while Frantzdy Pierrot leads the attack with his physical presence and goal threat.
The expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup format gives Haiti a realistic chance. The top two teams in each group qualify automatically, and eight third placed teams also advance, meaning Haiti can still progress without finishing in the top two.
FAQs
How did Haiti qualify for the 2026 World Cup
Haiti topped their CONCACAF group on the final day by defeating Nicaragua while Honduras dropped points. Both teams finished level, but Haiti advanced on goal difference.
When was Haiti’s last World Cup appearance Their only previous appearance came at the 1974 FIFA World Cup, making this a 52 year gap.
Who coaches Haiti for 2026
Sébastien Migné leads the team. He took charge in 2024 and previously guided Kenya to the Africa Cup of Nations.
Why does Haiti play matches away from home
Due to security concerns in Port-au-Prince, Haiti could not host matches and instead played their qualifiers in Curaçao.
Who are the key players to watch Johny Placide, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Duckens Nazon and Frantzdy Pierrot will be crucial.
Can Haiti advance from Group C
It will be difficult, but not impossible. A strong result against Scotland is key, and the expanded format increases their chances of progressing.
Is Haiti the only Caribbean nation at the World Cup
Yes, Haiti are the only Caribbean team at the 2026 tournament and the only one from the region to qualify for the World Cup twice.
